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Nourishing Growing Bodies and Curious Minds
At Linwood Day Nursery, we know that healthy eating plays a vital role in children’s growth, development and overall wellbeing. Meal and snack times are about much more than simply eating – they are opportunities to build independence, develop social skills, explore new tastes and create positive lifelong relationships with food. We provide nutritious, freshly prepared meals that fuel children to learn, play and explore.
Freshly Prepared Every Day
Our menus are carefully planned to provide a balanced and varied diet, offering nutritious meals, healthy snacks and fresh fruit throughout the day. We encourage children to explore different flavours and textures, helping them become confident and adventurous eaters, while fresh drinking water is always available.
Mealtimes That Matter
Mealtimes are calm, relaxed and unhurried. Our practitioners sit alongside the children, encouraging conversation, independence and positive social interactions. Children are encouraged to serve themselves where appropriate, use cutlery independently, make healthy choices and enjoy conversations with their friends, helping to build confidence and important life skills.
Respecting Every Child
We understand that every child is unique. We work closely with families to understand dietary requirements, allergies, cultural preferences and individual needs, ensuring every child is included, valued and supported. Throughout the year, children also enjoy opportunities to bake, cook, grow fruit and vegetables, explore foods from around the world and develop healthy eating habits through meaningful experiences.
Our Promise
We are committed to creating positive experiences around food that support every child’s health, wellbeing and development. By making mealtimes enjoyable and encouraging independence, we help children build healthy habits that will benefit them throughout their lives.
Every meal is another opportunity to help children grow, explore and flourish.